| Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, I Know Exactly What You Are Contributor(s): Kregenow, Julia (Author), Saldaña, Carmen (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1492670065 ISBN-13: 9781492670063 Publisher: Sourcebooks Explore OUR PRICE: $15.29 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2018 * Not available - Not in print at this time * |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Astronomy - Juvenile Nonfiction | Poetry - General |
| Dewey: 523.8 |
| Lexile Measure: 750 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 8.1" W x 10.2" (0.80 lbs) 40 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 197887 Reading Level: 3.1 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Experience this classic lullaby through the fresh lens of astrophysicist Julia Kregenow, PhD. Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, I Know Exactly What You Are engages the little star lovers in your life with the whimsical but real science of the stars, to a tune we all know and love. Do you know why stars twinkle? It's time to find out Written to the classic melody of "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" by an expert in astrophysics, is the perfect primer for learning exactly what those twinkling little stars are doing way up high in the sky. Discover how stars are created, what they're made of, and even what makes them look like they're twinkling. Stars are not only great for wishing upon, but they are also spectacular examples of scientific magic. From atmospheric turbulence to fusing atoms, these delightful (more accurate ) lyrics will become your new favorite version of this classic tune. Instead of wondering what stars are, you will know for sure Twinkle Twinkle Little Star |
Contributor Bio(s): Kregenow, Julia: - Julia M. Kregenow, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer at Penn State University. She has a PhD in astrophysics from UC Berkeley and her BA in physics (with math and music minors) from Wittenberg University.Saldana, Carmen: - Carmen Saldaña lives in Gijon, a rainy little town in the north of Spain. As long as she can remember she has always loved stories, painting, and drawing. After studying art, she worked in advertising as a graphic designer and art director. Now she works full-time as a children's book illustrator. |